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     John Stefancik (Jstef) Rating: N/A |
Tod, Actually I've replaced all the halyards twice (since my rope-to-wire ones). I will point out what mistakes I made because now I think I've got the perfect solution. In early 1998 I replaced the rope/wire and used Samson XLS (cheap) that were 3/8" (dia. recommended by Owners Manual). In two years of sailing, they were shredded by the sheaves at the top of the mast (since they are designed for wire only). At the end of 2000, I consulted a local rigging shop on what he could recommend. Instead of replacing the sheaves, he recommended Samson Warpspeed, and removed the cover sheath on about 50 feet of the forward halyards (not needed on the main). To my knowledge, this cannot be done (at this strength line) with T900. This line is 45% stronger than Spectra and about the same price as T900. The recommended length of 110' is adequate. The fact that no replacement of the sheaves also saved money. I have noticed no stretch. Good Luck. |
